Colonial Yuletide Event at the Varnum House Museum Returns!

November 28, 2023 By James Mitchell Varnum

Celebrate General James Mitchel Varnum’s 275th Birthday at the Varnum House Museum’s Colonial Yuletide Open House (Sunday, December 17, 2023)

The Varnum House Museum in East Greenwich, RI (Google Maps), will celebrate General James Mitchell Varnum’s 275th birthday at a Colonial Yuletide Open House. This holiday event will take place on Sunday, December 17 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM and feature festive decorations and museum tours. In addition, the event will include:

Opening ceremony on the Varnum House Museum grounds featuring Varnum’s Regiment in uniform.
Cutting and serving a birthday cake to celebrate James Mitchell Varnum’s 275th birthday. There will be singing!
Short talks from local historians regarding 18th-century history, General James Mitchell Varnum, the value of historic house museums, and celebrating the holidays in early America!

“We are delighted to bring back Colonial Yuletide after a few years’ absence,” said Joanne Breslin, Vice President (VP) of Varnum House Museum and Commander of Varnum’s Regiment. “Colonial Yuletide had become a much-anticipated holiday tradition, drawing visitors from throughout the State. This year, the date coincides with General Varnum’s 275th birthday, so we have two important occasions to celebrate.”

The Varnum House now has a dedicated team working on new partnerships, programs, and outreach efforts focusing on education, inclusivity, and hidden history. Leading this effort is Varnum Continentals’ new VP, Joanne Breslin, who sought the position specifically to revive the Varnum House Museum and transform it into a center of learning, heritage, and culture.

Contact the Varnum House Museum for more details about this event: 401-884-1776 or house@varnumcontinentals.org . The suggested donation is $10 per person ($5 for children).

[FUNDRAISER] Help us acquire American Civil War sword of Capt. James H. Allen, 12th RI Infantry Regiment!

September 7, 2020 By James Mitchell Varnum

The Varnum Continentals‘ mission since 1907 has been to preserve and share Rhode Island’s rich military history and heritage. Our ultimate goal is to promote and encourage service – service of all kinds – to our state, country, and local communities.

This rare presentation sword was carried by James H. Allen (12th Rhode Island Infantry Regiment) in combat at the Battle of Fredericksburg during the American Civil War. It is a powerful symbol of the sacrifice and service that Rhode Island made during the War to preserve the Union and to end the ugly institution of slavery.

The Varnum Continentals have the chance to acquire this rare and special sword and put it on display at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum. Please help us save Rhode Island’s military history!

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James H. Allen’s (12th RI Infantry) American Civil War Sword

Motorcycles on Main Fundraiser (April 27-28, 2019)

April 1, 2019 By James Mitchell Varnum

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On Saturday (10AM to 4PM) and Sunday (12PM to 4PM), April 27 and 28, the Varnum Continentals will host “Motorcycles on Main” motorcycle show fundraising event at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum, 6 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI. Tickets are $10 and children (age 12 and under) enter for FREE when accompanied by a parent.

MOTORCYCLE SHOW FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!

This fundraising event will brings together bike builders, vendors, manufacturers, and retailers in a fun and family-friendly atmosphere! If you want to connect with other motorcycle enthusiasts in Southern New England, then you won’t want to miss this dynamic event.

Varnum Memorial Armory Museum — Varnum Memorial Armory Military Museum

This event features:

Museum tours
Razee Motocycle
Ocean State Harley Davidson
Wagner Indian
Street Stuff Triumph
Many private collectors
Food trucks
Motorcycle merchandise

TOUR OUR MILITARY MUSEUM

In addition to seeing some of the top bikes in New England, you can also tour the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum’s extensive military museum featuring a variety of military memorabilia including vintage sabers, flags and banners, and firearms ranging from colonial flintlock pistols and muskets down to automatic weapons from World Wars I and II.

BENEFITING THE VARNUM CONTINENTALS

This event benefits the Varnum Continentals and their mission to encourage patriotism and preserve, support, and communicate the military history of our community, our state, and our nation.

TICKET PRICING

GENERAL ADMISSION (age 13 and up): $10
CHILDREN: FREE when accompanied by a parent.

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CONTACT

If you need further information, please contact Mark Trimmer at 401-215-6543 or email sc-motorsports@hotmail.com.

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Check Out These Images from our 2018 Motorcycles on Main!

Motorcycles on Main at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum!

Dr. Hub Brennan wheels in his vintage Cotton Motorcycle racing bike, one of three cycles he brought for display.

Motorcycles-on-Main founder Mark Trimmer with Varnum President Chris Fiesthamel

New and vintage motorcycles on display at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum.

GUNS & BEER IX BEER TASTING FUNDRAISER (November 17, 2018)

November 15, 2018 By James Mitchell Varnum

Varnum Annual Beer Tasting Fundraiser Slated for Saturday, November 17 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM, at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum
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ONLINE TICKET SALES ARE CLOSED!
Please buy your tickets at the door.

This popular beer tasting fundraiser, now in its 9th year, features RI breweries, museum tours, raffles, food, and amazing historical exhibits in our premier military museum. You won’t want to miss this year’s Annual Beer Tasting Fundraiser at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum. We’ve got a stellar line-up of craft beers and breweries, many from right here from Rhode Island and each with a special twist. For details, contact John Anderson (Email || 401-527-6440). Mark your calendar: Saturday, November 18 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.

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PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED AT THE DOOR!

Tickets are $25 per person in advance; $35 at the door (space permitting). PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED! One low price covers it all … artisan beers, food, museum tours. For details, contact John Anderson (Email || 401-527-6440).

ONLINE TICKET SALES ARE CLOSED!
Please buy your tickets at the door.

Motorcycles on Main (Feb. 24-25, 2018)

February 1, 2018 By James Mitchell Varnum

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On Saturday (10AM to 6PM) and Sunday (12PM to 5PM), February 24-25, the Varnum Continentals will host its first “Motorcycles on Main” motorcycle show fundraising event at the Varnum Memorial Armory Museum, 6 Main Street, East Greenwich, RI. Tickets are $10 in advance, and $12 at the door.